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Method for controlling dual lamp module

US7824038B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateSep 7, 2007
Grant dateNov 2, 2010
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Expiry dateJan 22, 2029

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG03B21/16
  • WIPO fieldOptics
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A method for controlling a dual lamp module applied to a projection apparatus is provided. The dual lamp module includes a first lamp and a second lamp. The method for controlling a dual lamp module includes providing a first operating power to the first lamp, and then determining whether the first lamp is turned on or not. If the first lamp fails to be turned on, stopping providing the first operating power to the first lamp, and providing a second operating power to the second lamp. The second operating power is greater than the first operating power.

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